Arriba Burrito comes across as a lively, welcoming Mexican spot with bold flavors and a festive vibe. Reviews highlight standout dishes like birria and ribeye tacos, tacos al pastor, nachos, fajitas, enchiladas, and crowd pleasers on brunch such as French toast, creme brulee pancakes, churros, and a cookie latte, with cocktails and unlimited mimosas adding to the fun. The atmosphere is repeatedly described as energetic and convivial, sometimes electric and loud with a DJ, which many diners enjoy for a social night out but can be a challenge for conversation and seating, as the space is often crowded and tables close together. Service is generally friendly and attentive, with generous portions and fresh flavors, yet several experiences mention slow or inconsistent service, missed or delayed items, and some communication mishaps during busy times. Several reviews praise the staff and the management for personal touches and helpful recommendations, though a few note price at the higher end and occasional variation in value depending on the dish or time. Overall, Arriba Burrito is seen as a solid go to for authentic Mexican fare with big portions and big energy, worth a visit for brunch or a night out, with many expressing intention to return to try different dishes or to celebrate a special occasion.
The food here is excellent, but unfortunately the service doesn't match the quality of the kitchen.
When we arrived, the front-of-house staff seemed annoyed to see us come into the restaurant, even though it was still three hours before closing. We were three people & each ordered a drink, yet we waited 35 minutes to receive them, despite the restaurant not being busy. The cocktails were extremely sweet & one was sent back. The waitress still charged for the one we sent back but we refused to pay for something that we didn't consume. There was no apology for the long wait or anything.
It's disappointing because the cuisine is truly great, but this experience makes it hard to want to return.
Mar 1, 2026
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My boyfriend & I visited this restaurant for Valentine's day, & it was such a nice restaurant! We ordered a daiquiri & a litchi sour (4.5/5) as drinks, then a burrito & birria tacos (5/5). The tacos were so crunchy & delicious! The only thing I wish was different is the seating: we felt pretty crammed next to the enterance, despite the other available tables behind us. Overall though, we had a fun night there!
Honest review. The serves an are lovely, Both of them were very kind. Food was good/ not the best but good. The big isssue, there was all u can drink mimosas, they stop u at a point which is understandable but the owner said'people aren't able to walk out of here': we weren't even that drunk yet, & then the servers (who r rly amazing) hands me a phone for him to talk to me regarding me saying it's all u can't drink. I refused to talk to him cz im tryna enjoy my time. Then he calls me & privately on my phone which is very weird: anyway the restaurant is nice, serves were amazing. The boss is just very odd & made it less likely to wanna come back. But I really wanna say god bless the servers they were both so nice, & I hope they're boss give them less of a hard time.
Great food & even better service. Karen, the manager, personally took our order & recommended the rib-eye quesadilla, which was absolutely phenomenal. He also noticed I was unsure about what drink to order & took the time to guide me toward something sour & smoky-exactly what I was looking for. It really shows how much he cares about his clientele. The food tasted incredibly fresh, the flavors were well balanced, & the overall experience felt thoughtful & welcoming. Definitely a place I'd return to & confidently recommend.
I visited Aribba Burrito in Montreal recently. The overall vibe of the place was decent, but the open-back seating area was the real highlight - cozy, aesthetic, & a great spot to hang out or unwind.
I had a hot chocolate, which had a nice flavor but was served more warm than hot. By the time I started drinking it, it had already cooled down. Personally, I prefer hot chocolate that's rich, thick, & intensely chocolatey - this one was a bit too light for my taste.
The standout item for me was the French toast. It was delicious - soft, well-cooked, & had a creamy filling or spread inside that gave it an interesting twist. Sometimes it complicated the toast, but at times it had a slightly sour note. Overall, it was flavorful & satisfying. Easily the best part of my visit.
All in all, it's a charming spot with a relaxing atmosphere & some solid menu items. Definitely worth a try if you're in the area
The dishes here are delicious! I went with a friend & we split the birria tacos & dulce de leche pancakes, both of which were 10/10. The tacos were super juicy & came with a delicious guacamole. They also didn't shy away from putting lots of fresh berries on the pancakes, & the dulce de leche was to die for (& I'm saying this as a Latin American!)
The staff were super friendly & patient, & our orders came very fast! The only cons are that it's a bit too hot at the restaurant (I think it's an air circulation issue) & the drinks weren't anything special - & considering the price we paid, I expected a bit more. For context, I had an iced latte & my friend had a juice. But the decor is beautiful nonetheless & the dishes make it worth checking out!
I visited this Mexican restaurant today & honestly, it was pretty disappointing. The service was slow - they clearly need more servers to keep up. The food, which looked incredible on TikTok, turned out to be really underwhelming & overpriced. Definitely another influencer trap.
The meat was dry, the guacamole tasted like something straight out of a grocery store container, & overall the dishes just weren't very flavorful. For the price, I expected way more. The one redeeming quality was the drinks those were actually really good.
Wouldn't go back for the food, but maybe worth a stop if you're just grabbing cocktails.
Aug 29, 2025
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Really just spectacularly amazing food & drinks the vibe is amazing but poor dietary restrictions information, friend was told something was gluten free & when she saw chips on her plate she asked to double check & upon double checking they told us the chips were fried in something with gluten in it, they sent some freebies which although appreciated would've not made up for my friend getting sick had she had ate the food
I recently visited Arriba Burrito & had a mixed experience. The environment is really beautiful & inviting, which made the visit pleasant from the start. Unfortunately, the guacamole wasn't fresh, which was a bit disappointing. When I asked to change my drink because it was too sweet, they simply added some water & brought it back - not quite what I expected. The tacos were decent, not bad but nothing outstanding either. Overall, Arriba Burrito has great potential thanks to its atmosphere, but the food & service could use some improvement.
Customer service was amazing & the atmosphere was a 10! The drinks were really good & at decent prices. The food however was a bit underwhelming.. I was also not a fan of guacamole. But to each their own! :)
Aug 11, 2025
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We got there at closing time & they still served us like we were part of the family.i can't say enough good things about this place.we had a 10 on 10 service from the hole team .thank you very much team:)) excellent drinks & tacos 🌮 & the nachos were fantastic can't wait to go again
